The article presents an empirical orientation for defining the least restrictive environment (LRE) for children with severe handicaps. The focus is on empirical analysis of both individual placement outcomes and general programmatic arrangements. (Author)

Twenty videotapes of placement team meetings were analyzed relative to the kinds of data presented relative to making decisions about learning disability services. The relationship between the final decision and the amount of information presented was positive: greater likelihood of identification was evident at meetings in which more information…

Procedures for identifying learning styles are described and possible cultural influences on learning styles are noted. Practical guidelines for instructional placement are suggested. (Author/DB)

Results indicated differing teacher expectations for the two placements regarding appropriate programing but no significant differences in the expected duration of services. (DB)

The paper delineates three observable and measurable variables in the regular classroom (response opportunity, teacher-student interaction, and social acceptance) which the placement team can use to make the initial placement decision and to evaluate educational progress in the future for learning disabled students. (Author)

The article examines the issues raised by 51 Massachusetts due process appeals in which parents of handicapped children appealed for more appropriate placements within the public schools. Results are discussed in terms of identification issues, issues related to educational or related services, and placement. (DB)

The paper reviews recent major policy and legal changes in the United States concerning programs for handicapped students, with emphasis on the "least restrictive environment" principle. A set of ten "clusters of capability" is proposed to define some of the new or enlarged areas of responsibility of regular teachers. (Author)

This article explores the legal principles that are the foundations of current efforts to implement mainstreaming in the schools. The judicial history, legislative history, and process of implementation in the school system are discussed. (CJ)

Discusses the use of the SAT score for placement into college-level developmental skills programs and the appropriateness of using this type of norm referenced testing in placing students. Criterion referenced tests are suggested for assessing specific student skills necessary for college work. (RAO)

Points out that for mainstreaming to work, it requires much effort on the part of the business teacher, the handicapped students, and the students. Discusses physical and emotional barriers and gives suggestions to ease the situation. (JOW)

The article clarifies what is meant by the "least restrictive environment" as mandated by P.L. 94-142 (the Education for All Handicapped Children Act), particularly as it relates to hearing impaired children. (SBH)

The author cites findings from a study of the educational placement of 195 deaf blind children. Results indicate that placement seems to be based on several factors, including level of intelligence and additional physical disabilities. (Author/CL)

A quantitative model is described for the optimal assignment of students to courses for their complete high school careers. Model-generated student schedules are found to be unfailing in their conformity to all the constraints of the test high school's curriculum. (Author/IRT)

British college students (n=414) were paired with mentors in their work placements. In many cases, learner and mentor had little contact, but learners obtained support for workplace learning from other sources. Managers were not ideal mentors. Relevant expert knowledge, formal mentoring relationships, and training of mentors were considered…

Argues that standardized tests can provide limited guidance, in conjunction with student writing samples, in the decision whether students should be exempted from freshmen writing courses. Suggests that students who write well but whose performance is unstable can be affected, positively or negatively, by exemption results. Suggests that students'…